Our Commitment to Equality
Our country is facing great challenges right now, and it is in these times that it is more important than ever to stand together, to respect others, and to strive to create positive change. Over the weekend I sent a note to the entire Nasdaq team to share my feelings. I was encouraged by many to share it externally, so I'm including it below. Let's all be part of the solution.
At the end of a heartbreaking week in America and for the world, I would like to share my thoughts and to emphasize the values we hold paramount.
It is impossible to see and read about George Floyd in Minnesota and Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia, and the far too many events that have occurred, without feeling a sense of shock, anger, and grief. The incident in New York involving Christian Cooper is also a terrible reminder of the racism that so many must endure on a regular basis. Many in our Nasdaq community are deeply affected by these incidents, and I want you to know that I am feeling this sadness and frustration along with you.
Of all the emotions that come from events like this, the one we must fight to avoid is helplessness. We have built our company around a culture of respect, and we believe to our core that our diversity is our strength. We each have a responsibility to live by this creed every day, in our jobs and in our communities.
There is no easy answer to the intolerance in our society. The best that each of us can do is to live our lives filled with what Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called “the redemptive power of love.” It may feel like the individual contributions we can make are small, but if our efforts to “flatten the curve” these past months have shown us anything, it is that even the small steps we take for the greater good together can yield immensely positive results for many others.
Let’s all take the time to reflect and recommit ourselves to the values of diversity and inclusion, to look out for each other, and to live with empathy and respect for all.
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3yThank you Adena Friedman . The minority deserves a voice.
Technology Strategist, Consultant & Speaker - Helping Clients Achieve Success & Optimize Value from their IT Investments
3yVery well said, and excellent point on our collective actions in "flattening the curve" as an example - thank you for sharing outside NASDAQ.
StrengthsFinder Trainer & Coach-I facilitate transformative team conversations that drive engagement and productivity
3yThe best leaders speak the truth and can speak from the heart. Nicely done.
Senior Partner
3yNasdaq is the most culturally diverse place I have ever worked! Their work environment is truly collaborative globally and this concept is encouraged from the top. Wonderful environment to exchange ideas and townhall meetings provide open transparency. Don't change anything!